How to wash a holofiber pillow in an automatic washing machine correctly

Holofiber is one of the popular synthetic fillers, which is often used for stuffing pillows.

Like any bedding, a holofiber pillow needs regular washing, which must be done according to all the rules.

In this article we will tell you how to properly wash a holofiber pillow in a washing machine and by hand.

Features of the filler

Hollofiber is a new generation non-woven synthetic material, which is obtained by thermal bonding of hollow polyester fibers twisted into a spiral. This material has many advantages:

Hypoallergenic - holofiber does not harbor dust mites, which means there is no main provoking factor for the development of allergies.
Environmental safety - holofiber is produced without the use of chemicals and without gluing, so products made from it are non-toxic and environmentally friendly.
Economical - the production of this material is quite simple and economical, so the manufacturer can keep the cost of products at a low level, making it accessible to everyone.
Comfort - lightness and lack of clumping and falling provides the pillow with a flat surface for quality sleep.
Light weight - products made from holofiber weigh little, which is why they are so easy to use.
Elasticity - due to the fact that the balls have a special structure, a holofiber pillow can withstand any load, and at the same time retain its original shape.
Strength - it is difficult to break or damage holofiber fibers, since they are very tightly connected to each other.
Resistance - holofiber is resistant to mold, fungi, and other harmful microorganisms, and it does not rot.
Hygroscopicity - holofiber does not accumulate moisture,
Heat resistance - holofiber does not burn and retains heat well.

These advantages make holofiber bedding very popular. More and more people are abandoning natural fillers and choosing synthetic ones, which are almost as good as them.

Disadvantages of holofiber pillows:

It is a synthetic material, which means it will not be disliked by those who prefer everything natural.
Accumulation of static electricity.
High elasticity, so those who are used to sleeping on feather pillows feel discomfort.
Holofiber does not support the head, as orthopedic pillows do, so it is not recommended for those who have problems with the cervical spine.

Advice! If you do not have any special problems with the health of your spine, you should buy a holofiber pillow. And if you have diseases, you need to consult a doctor and choose an orthopedic option.

Have you ever washed a holofiber pillow?
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Washing frequency

Since holofiber does not allow moisture to pass through, does not absorb sweat, does not retain odors, and bedbugs and other insects do not live in it, pillows made from this material should not be washed frequently.
In most cases, once a year is sufficient. If necessary, you can simply refresh the napkins.

The need for ventilation

It is recommended to ventilate holofiber pillows once a season, but you can do this more often - it all depends on your preferences. Holofiber products should be ventilated on a dry, sunny day, but it is not advisable to hang the pillow on a rope; it is better to place it in a horizontal position.

The effect of frequent washing on wear resistance

Frequent washing of holofiber products can affect their wear resistance. The structure of holofiber fiber can become deformed, especially if washing is carried out incorrectly.

Note! Manufacturers do not recommend frequently cleaning holofiber products: washing 1–2 times a year, airing 2–4 times a year. This is enough to keep the pillow fresh and clean.

Wash or dry clean

There is no point in taking a holofiber pillow to the dry cleaner. If you know the rules for washing in a machine and by hand, this cleaning process can be handled at home. Dry cleaning services are not cheap, and cleaning a pillow there will be unreasonably expensive.

Error correction

The easiest option to return the product to its original condition is to go to a dry cleaner. There it will be given its original shape and stains, if any, will be removed. Some people prefer this clever trick to washing at home. With a certain degree of cleanliness, such care will be needed no more than once a year.

The product can last at least 5-7 years while maintaining its shape, softness, and elasticity.

And there is one good folk way to resurrect flattened and torn pillows. For this you will need a metal brush for combing animal hair, or a special brush for cleaning fluff, a flat massage brush and a good basin. You need to put all the filler in a container without a pillowcase and manually separate the matted lumps. Then stretch each small lump with a massage comb and comb it out with a brush until fluffy.

The process is simple, although quite monotonous and boring.

To achieve the original airy and soft texture, sometimes it is necessary to repeat the procedure several times. After finishing the work, let the material rest and dry. At the end of the work, the pillows are stuffed and sewn again.

A very good way to save money and extend its service life for at least another year.

Another option suggests completely replacing the old filler with a new one. And you don’t have to immediately throw away the unusable one. It is better to use for other household needs, such as oven mitts, toys, pet beds and the like.

People prone to allergies do not have to worry about their quality of sleep and health.

Preparing for washing

Before washing a holofiber pillow, the product must be prepared.

To do this you need:

carefully study the information contained on the product label;
choose a detergent;
knock dust out of the pillow;
fasten all the buttons, zippers, sew up the seams so that the fibers do not spill out during washing.

Advice! If washed in a washing machine, the pillow should be placed with several towels. They will protect the holofiber structure from deformation processes better than tennis balls.

Some people prefer to wash pillows by first removing the filling from them. If you want to wash your items this way, you need to cut the fabric cover along the seams, remove the filling, and wash the cover as usual. After the cover has dried, you need to fill it again with filler and sew up the seams.

How not to cause harm?

In order not to damage the holofiber structure when washing, you must follow the following rules:

Avoid soaking, especially for long periods of time.
Use only liquid detergent. Dry powders are difficult to wash out of the material, but can also leave unsightly marks in the form of streaks on the case.
Do not use bleaches, especially chlorine bleaches - they can damage the holofiber fibers.
The water temperature should not be higher than indicated on the pillow label. If it is missing, wash at 30–40 °C.
Rinse items thoroughly, regardless of the type of wash.

If the cover is very dirty, especially dirty areas can be washed using liquid detergent diluted in water, and only then wash the entire pillow.

It is optimal to use the option with replaceable bedsteads. Then you can wash them, and simply air the pillow itself in the air.

We use a washing machine

The answer to the question whether the pillow can be washed in an automatic washing machine can be read on the label. If it is missing, the suitability of the product for machine washing is determined as follows:

The pillow is placed horizontally.
A heavy object is placed on top of it - for example, a thick book.
After a few minutes the weight needs to be removed.
See if the original shape is restored. If yes, then the product can be washed in a machine. If not, then this cannot be done - either the quality of the filler is poor, or the product has already served its service life and the pillow needs to be replaced.

In general, washing pillows in a machine is less preferable than washing them by hand. The fact is that when machine washed, evenly distributed filler can form clumps. In addition, intense spinning can render the item unusable. If you still decide to wash the pillow in the machine, you need to choose a delicate cycle.

How to wash:

Study the label and make sure that your pillow is made of holofiber.
Load the product into the machine without pre-soaking.
Set the dial to delicate wash.
Pour liquid detergent into the machine.
After finishing washing, wring out the pillow with your hands and dry it in the open air.

Note to the owner! It is advisable to set the machine to the minimum spin speed or disable this function completely.

Soak

It is better not to use pre-soaking, since keeping the holofiber in water for too long can deteriorate its properties and the pillow will lose its shape.

Delicate mode

It is optimal to use the “delicate wash” function. But a holofiber pillow can also be washed by hand for 10–30 minutes.

Temperature

High temperatures negatively affect the properties of holofiber. The recommended temperature is no more than 30–40 °C.

Detergent

This point should be given special attention. It is not recommended to choose products with a strong aroma, as strong odors can impair sleep. For the same reason, it is not recommended to use fabric softeners.

Neutral gels are best suited for washing holofiber pillows. They wash off well, so you can eliminate additional rinsing, which is undesirable when washing pillows. In addition, unlike dry powders, gels do not leave streaks on the fabric.

Push-up

It is better not to wring out the pillow in the machine, but to do it manually after finishing washing. If you still decide to use the spin function, set it to minimum speed.

You need to dry the pillow in a horizontal position; you can place a thick towel or cloth under it, but there must be good air ventilation underneath.

How do you wash holofiber pillows?

By hand In the washing machine

Advantages and disadvantages

The main disadvantages of the material are the tendency to deform and accumulate static electricity, which our advice will help you avoid. Holofiber is little appreciated for its relatively short life (maximum 10-15 years), while feather pillows last for several dozen. At the same time, of course, they are also cleaned in factory conditions. Then they even pass it on as a dowry.

Optimal care – in summer, drying is quick and hassle-free.

Holofiber is a very lightweight and easy-to-use material. It is quite wear-resistant and durable, allows air to pass through well, and does not absorb foreign odors. The filler has an inorganic composition, which actually turns some people off, but in vain.

It’s just that not everyone knows that bacteria do not multiply in holofiber, and how positively this affects the immunity of children and adults.

It is because of its hypoallergenicity that it outperforms feather pillows, because, as is known, down has a negative effect on asthmatics and anyone prone to diseases of the upper respiratory tract. But the fact is that various microorganisms, like dust mites, multiply very well in natural materials. And it is the waste products of these tiny creatures, and not dust as such, that bring such a painful background to people.

Hand wash pillows

Hand washing a pillow will require much more effort. But at the same time, you can control the effect on the padding, that is, you can wash the product as carefully as possible.

In addition, hand washing is preferable for large items, since in the drum of the washing machine they will be heavily compacted and therefore damaged. For hand washing, it is also better to use a gel detergent.

Washing procedure:

Fill a bathtub or large container with warm water.
Dilute detergent in water.
Submerge the pillow in water.
Wait until it is completely wet.
Turning the pillow periodically, keep it in the water for about half an hour. It is better not to use intense exposure, otherwise the holofiber may be damaged. The action of the detergent will be quite sufficient.
Gently wring out the product.
Rinse several times, replacing the water. You can also rinse the pillow under running water. When there is no foam and the water is clear, rinsing can be completed.
Wring out and dry the product.

Important! If liquid detergent is not available for washing, the pillow can be washed with shampoo.

Proper drying

After washing the pillow is completed, the pillow should be wrung out, preferably using a terry towel. Then place on the dryer. To ensure that the pillow dries evenly and the filling does not form clumps, it must be turned during the drying process (about once every 2 hours) and lightly beaten.

You cannot leave the product to dry on surfaces where there is no bottom ventilation. It is also not recommended to hang it on clotheslines - the optimal way to dry it is horizontally, on a dryer.

You can speed up the drying process. To do this you need to use a household hair dryer. When drying with a hairdryer, the pillow must be fluffed all the time so that all the filling is dried with hot air.

Attention! Drying should not be done near a fire or on heating appliances; drying in direct sunlight should also be avoided.

How can you restore material if it has been damaged as a result of improper machine washing?

If you had to wash an item filled with holofiber in violation of the recommendations, most likely it will be severely deformed and will not bring as much pleasure during use as before.

Before throwing away a damaged item, you should try to restore its functionality:

We will need a new flat-based massage brush, a spacious basin and a brush for combing out pet fluff.
Place the damaged holofiber in a basin and, if possible, straighten out the lumps with your hands. The material is not volatile, so you don’t have to worry about it spreading throughout the room like fluff.
We take a little filler, place it on the teeth of a massage brush and begin combing it out with a lint brush. Thus, you need to work through all the material, achieving the desired texture.

Ideally, the manipulation should be repeated more than once, taking short breaks between approaches. Then the raw material will definitely have time to dry thoroughly and its texture will be as close as possible to the original.

It is worth considering that even such painstaking work does not guarantee the desired result. But it will definitely not be possible to completely restore the softness and lightness of the filler.

In this case, you can purchase a new household appliance or simply replace the holofiber in it. Spoiled raw materials will serve perfectly as a filler for pet bedding, ottomans, decorative pillows and pincushions.

How to restore a pillow when something goes wrong?

If the pillow was washed and dried incorrectly, the filling will be uneven, and the appearance and shape of the pillow will be changed. To correct the situation, you need to put the packing in order.

To do this, you need to remove the holofiber balls into a deep basin. If the pillow cover has a zipper, this will make the task easier. If there is no zipper, you will have to rip the product along the seam to remove the contents.

Then you need to disassemble the filler. This can be done by hand or using a slicker brush, which is used for combing animals.

This will take a lot of time and require care, and the pillow will not be the same as it was before washing. The maximum that can be achieved is to give the pillow the proper appearance and properties that will allow it to be used for some time.

How to fluff?

Using your hands or a slicker, you need to carefully disassemble the holofiber balls, trying to separate the crumpled material into fibers. In this way, you can restore the fluffiness and elasticity of the material by 80%.

If such a labor-intensive task does not suit you, you can buy a new holofiber filler and refill the pillow. It is sold in bedding stores and is inexpensive, cheaper than a new pillow.

Learn how to properly wash an orthopedic pillow in the washing machine and by hand, as well as how to wash a feather pillow.

Holofiber care

Holofiber does not absorb moisture, does not retain unpleasant odors, and does not create conditions for the appearance of bacteria and harmful microorganisms. The stuffing breathes well, even in high humidity it is not afraid of mold and mildew.

Caring for holofiber pillows is simple. Frequent washing is not required; the products can be aired several times a year if desired. It is better to ventilate the pillow on the balcony or on the street, where fresh air will be provided. It is better not to leave the pillow in direct sunlight.

If stains appear on the cover, they can be washed locally with a soap solution.

Washing too frequently will cause the pillow to become unusable. You also need to know that products made from holofiber cannot tolerate ironing - high temperatures will cause the filler to stick together and flatten.

Advice! It is best to wash in the summer; at this time you can dry the pillows without problems and with high quality. In winter, it will be more difficult to organize thorough drying.

Holofiber pillows are very easy to use and easy to care for. Correctly following all recommendations regarding washing the product will significantly extend the life of the pillow, maintain its original shape, and will also prevent the filling from curling and clumping.

This article will tell you about washing pillows made from bamboo, and this article from synthetic padding.

How to return a pillow to its original shape when drying

All manufacturers say that this filler does not retain liquid, and drying it is not difficult. After washing, the pillow should be placed on a flat surface without squeezing, the water will drain off on its own. When it stops dripping, place it in the air or a towel so that the excess moisture is completely absorbed.

Various aggressive squeezing manipulations (in a machine or manually) can damage the filler. Such products can only be dried in a ventilated area, as well as on the balcony or in the yard. The holofiber is whipped several times, this is necessary so that it takes the desired shape and there are no lumps left.